Self-Regulation Interventions Beneficial for Children
Improvement in academic, health, and behavioral outcomes in most intervention groups
Smartphone App May Up Medication Adherence in HTN
But use of the app not linked to a change in systolic blood pressure in poorly controlled hypertension
Polypharmacy More Likely for Cancer Survivors
More cancer survivors prescribed five or more unique medications, including those with abuse potential
C. Difficile Risk Higher With Stoma Reversal Versus Colectomy
Findings based on examination of 30-day postoperative period in large cohort
Opiate Use Linked to Early Mortality in IBD Patients
Heavy use in Crohn's, heavy or moderate use in ulcerative colitis tied to increased risk of death
Disordered Eating Among Teens Tied to Future Depression
Also, bullying by peers is associated with depressive symptoms and disordered eating behavior
Social Support of Autonomy Tied to Better Glycemic Control in DM
Findings suggest family and friends' support of autonomy also lowers diabetes distress
USPSTF: Exercise Interventions Prevent Falls in Seniors
Second recommendation statement finds evidence lacking for benefit of calcium, vitamin D, or both
2000 to 2015 Saw Increase in Institutional Post-Acute Care
Increased LOS in post-acute care at SNF and rehab facilities; decreased hospital LOS
Lasting Outcome Similar for ULS, SSLF for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
No significant differences between peri-op behavioral muscle training and usual care at five years
